Groepsportret van een onbekend gezelschap, Batavia 1885 - 1910

This group portrait, likely taken in Batavia (present-day Jakarta, Indonesia), was captured by the photography studio Koene & Co. between 1885 and 1910. The image shows a formally dressed group of individuals, likely members of the European community in Batavia during the Dutch colonial period. The photograph's composition, featuring the individuals arranged in a structured manner against a backdrop of tropical foliage, reflects the studio's professional approach to portraiture. The image provides a glimpse into the lives of Europeans in Batavia during a time of significant colonial influence. This studio portrait showcases the photographic practices of the Dutch colonial era in Batavia, highlighting the social and cultural dynamics of the period.